Job
Type:Full-time Salary:$25.00 to $28.00 / year
Experience:Medical Coding, 1 year (Required)
License:Certified Professional Coder (CPC) (Preferred)
The Certified Coding Specialist is responsible for her assigned Workqueue's for physician services via medical records (encounter) for office visits, outpatient surgery, office procedures and hospital visits utilizing ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes. This requires thorough review of the medical record to validate assigned codes for optimal reimbursement.
Research coding and regulatory guidelines that impact coding and billing for services to obtain relevant and timely information for internal utilization utilizing ICD-10-CM and HCPCS/CPT-4 codes. Ensures appropriate charge capture.
Job Requirements:
The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification, and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Employees must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the AAPC/AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding and Company's code of Ethics and Business Conduct.
Collects and analyzes outpatient clinical information to accurately report codes and abstract relevant information used for reimbursement.
Demonstrates a high degree of independence in performance of responsibilities, working effectively with the department team members and management.
Exhibits strong time management, problem solving and communication skills.
Is able to effectively utilize various computer systems in performance of job functions.
Demonstrates an understanding of the billing cycle. Prioritizes data in accordance with established guidelines of all governmental regulatory agencies and third party payers.
Demonstrates competency in coding and abstracting outpatient records in accordance with ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 coding conventions and national coding guidelines.
Participates in continuing education opportunities and shows initiative in researching difficult or interesting subjects. Shares the information with the rest of the team.
Understands coding conventions/rules as published in the "Coding Clinic" and "CPT Assistant", as well as changes in medical terminology and advances in medical and surgical procedures.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status or on the basis of disability.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma, some college preferred
License/Certifications: Certified Professional Coder Certification (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist- Physician based (CCS-P) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Outpatient Coder- Hospital (COC) required
Experience: Must have at least 1 year of directly related experience
Preferred: Clinical background or auditing experience
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
These are the observable and measurable attributes and skills required to perform successfully the essential functions of the job and are generally demonstrated through qualifying experience, education, or licensure/certification.
Knowledge or use of an EHR or EPIC experience is a plus
Detail-oriented, dependable and trustworthy, with a positive attitude
Ability to meet expected monthly quality and productivity standards according to departmental policy
Ability to adapt to and deal with change and company growth process
Ability to organize, prioritize, work to meet deadlines
Ability to utilize the ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT -4 coding convention to code medical record entries; abstract information from medical records; read medical record notes and reports
Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
Ability to speak read writes and communicate effectively
Ability and willingness to work overtime when needed
Benefits offered:
Paid time off
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Healthcare spending or reimbursement accounts such as HSAs or FSAs
Retirement benefits or accounts
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